FM 1531 over Middle Sulphur River
FairDelta County, Texas · 2.10 MI S of SH 24 · Structure no. 010600238501002
- Built
- 1960
- 65 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected February 2023
- Type
- Slab
- Concrete
- Length
- 150 ft
- 6 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 188
- 2020 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
FM 1531 over Middle Sulphur River is a concrete slab carrying FM 1531 over Middle Sulphur River in Delta County, Texas. It was built in 1960, so it is 65 years old, older than the Texas average of 44.4 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 6 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 188 vehicles a day, roughly 9% of them trucks, projected to reach 350 by 2033. The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long and 26 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 11.8 mi (19 km).
Location
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Superstructure | 7 Good | Some minor problems. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Channel and channel protection | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was FM 1531 over Middle Sulphur River built?
It was built in 1960, making it 65 years old in 2025.
What condition is FM 1531 over Middle Sulphur River in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in February 2023.
How much traffic does FM 1531 over Middle Sulphur River carry?
About 188 vehicles per day (2020 count), of which roughly 9% are trucks.
How long is FM 1531 over Middle Sulphur River?
The structure is 150 ft (45.7 m) long with a longest span of 25 ft (7.6 m) and a deck 26 ft wide.
Who owns FM 1531 over Middle Sulphur River?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.